The food was absolutely amazing. We would highly recommend this place to anyone. The burgers were…read moredelicious with the fresh beef. And the buns were grilled. The fries are exceptional with a light coating on them. And I ordered the deep fried mushrooms with their homemade ranch, which were both very good. We shared a piece of the butterscotch pie and it was also very good and I don't even like butterscotch. Crust was light and flaky. The service was excellent. Our server was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Online pictures made the interior look kind of sterile but once you're in there, you feel like you're in a cute little café. Great experience all around.

Fantastic experience. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. I got the full rundown on the owner…read moreraising his own beef for the restaurant. If you have never had locally grown beef, it makes a difference. I went with my go to patty melt with fries extra crispy. I added chili to my fries which is not a norm for me. I did not love the chili but I think I was distracted with my fries getting soft, logically, but I did not think ahead. The patty melt was amazing! Pricing is normal for these days. Overall atmosphere perfectly small town, food wonderful and service very good. I've included several pictures of the menu. I think anything on it would excellent. Right off interstate 35 and easy to jump back on.

A Long time, family style restaurant that's a must visit anytime you are in the area…read more I've been coming here since I was a kid and that broccoli slaw has a chokehold on me.

It's like Golden Corral 2.0, nothing gourmet or home cooked…read more Possibly refried or warmed over?. Pretty much out of the Sysco or Ben E Keith box reheated places on the steam table for the Goy. You serve yourself just like the sign says "family style, serve your damn self".

Best breakfast in Iowa! We love it. Always ol'school large portions. Chick'n fried steak skillet is…read moremy Favorite. The french toast is large and fluffy like what you would find at a fancy restaurant! We come everytime we are in town. Busy but well worth the wait. Great prices as well! Wonderful service. They also have a nice breakfast buffet! Give it a try! Num num!

Stopped in around 10am on a Saturday morning expecting it to be empty. There was a wait to get a…read moretable but well worth the wait. The servers were all genuinely pleasant. They treated everyone like a regular and made me feel welcome. The food was diner delicious as you would expect. Looking at the plates around me, I was kinda sad I didn't try the cinnamon roll pancakes. Good thing they are just right down the street for another visit. The tables were buzzing with happy chatter and the feel is of a much smaller place. Homey and inviting. It's worth a quick jump off 35 to give them a try. You will leave full and happy.

Damn !!!! At a baseball tournament stumbled onto this place…read more Absolutely awesome the fried chicken top notch Home cooking made from scratch food Definitely coming back here!!!!

Normal cafe food. Service was great…read moreHometown gathering place Would return if wanting home cooking

Great little place in downtown area, fast service, breakfast was well portioned for what you pay,…read morehot and good. Definitely heading back again soon.

Well this is absolutely the best place to get a burger in Marion County. Don't even bother going…read moredown the street to that one place or get Wacky and head out of town. This is the best burger and the best diner in town. I recommend the Fancy Burger or a Bacon Cheeseburger.

This is always a must when my dad is in town. Today we were here for breakfast, which was very…read moregood. They offer all the usual breakfast fare at a great price point. My dad had eggs, hash browns and a biscuit with gravy. He enjoyed everything on the plate. The pancakes are plate size and quite filling if you're up for a challenge. Today I had oatmeal and toast and it was perfect. You know it's good when the place is full of regulars from town. Definitely worth a visit if you want to enjoy some home style cooking.

Great little restaurant, awesome tenderloins, fried chicken & desserts are delicious as well!!read more

Just a small town diner with home cooking on the menu. Fun train themed restaurant. Historical info…read morethroughout. Good service. Support small.

Local homemade food. Steaks cut in the restrurant, fries actually cut from the potatoes there too,…read moreribs, burgers, and chicken all delicious too. Plus free Wi-Fi and decent prices! If you miss local small town quality food THIS IS THE PLACE TO GO IN THE METRO AREA!

Best ribeye off anywhere I've had. It's been perfectly cooked and so delicious every time!read more

Wow what a find! Went for lunch on a Tuesday to find this gem! Hot honey brussel sprouts as a…read morestarter which tantalize you with a sweet heat and feta cheese bits to cool the palate. Followed by one of the most amazing hot Reuben sandwiches with spicy pickles and homemade aeoli and a side of real fries Hubby had hand battered fish and chips which was cooked to perfection. Add to all of these wonderful gems was a great waitress with a pot of fresh coffee on an always refreshed cup... Folks this was a wonderful gem not far from I-35 and worth the extra mile or two... Osceola's Gem!!

Excellent food, great atmosphere but a little pricey. All around good place. I recommend it.read more

Great service, our waitress was attentive and adaptive to our needs. Food was tasty and well…read moreprepared.